How does hairspray get stains out

Next time an out-of-control pen wreaks havoc on your clothes or furniture and you don't have a spot remover on hand, try a little hairspray. Reader Shelley says it worked wonders after her two-year old used her couch as a canvas. Photo by gilesclement. Last week my two year old drew all over my brand new! I was horrified. Here's how to use it to clean up your everyday mess:.

On wine stains You might not have used it to get yourself dolled up, but hairspray can be handy when a night in turns ugly. If you spilled red wine on your clothes, spray the stain liberally with any brand of hairspray. Leave for a few minutes and then wash with biological detergent at as high a temperature as the garment allows. The stain should come right out! When your clothes are all static-y Reduce that annoying static cling when wearing synthetic fabrics by spraying your tights with a fine mist of hairspray.

While these are solid options, here's an even better one that you've probably never thought of unless you're a total neat freak : hairspray. Yes, hairspray , that stuff that you spray in your hair to make it look sleek and stylish , is also the perfect way to remove ink stains.

It might sound strange that the sticky substance is the secret to removing such obstinate stains from fabric, but try it the next time you end up wondering how to remove those marker stains from your sofa. Just be sure that you're using the right kind of hairspray. Then dab at it with a cotton ball that's been dipped in rubbing alcohol or use an alcohol wipe. Repeat until the stain is gone. Check out our Stain Buster Tool to combat any culprit! Interested in knowing the truth behind other household remedies?

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